Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents Occur More Often at Night

March 9, 2017 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: July 16, 2018

Approximately 72% of the accidents involving pedestrian injuries occur at night. Anyone who lives in a big city would agree that walking along the streets comes with its own risks, especially when walking adjacent to a busy roadway. If a driver … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accidents Occur More Often at Night

Bicyclists are 17 times more at risk of losing their life in a traffic accident!

December 23, 2016 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: June 9, 2021

Riding a bike, driving a motorcycle, or walking on the road puts you at greater risk of injury if you are hit by another driver. Considering the number of car accidents that occur every day, driving can be called one of the most dangerous … [Read more...] about Bicyclists are 17 times more at risk of losing their life in a traffic accident!

Wheelchair Users Account for 40% of Pedestrian Accident Fatalities

May 18, 2016 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: March 16, 2018

A new study shows that wheelchair-bound pedestrians who get involved in a car accident are more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries or even death. Pedestrian accidents are always serious; most of them result in serious injuries to the … [Read more...] about Wheelchair Users Account for 40% of Pedestrian Accident Fatalities

Parking Lot Accident Fault?

February 20, 2016 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: August 1, 2019

According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), around 20 percent of all motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. happen in commercial parking lots. Backing out of a diagonal parking space can be a challenge, even for skilled drivers. It … [Read more...] about Parking Lot Accident Fault?

How Many Pedestrians are Killed and Injured Each Year?

October 20, 2015 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: April 12, 2021

Every year, around 4,000 pedestrians are killed in motor vehicle accidents in the United States, and another 70,000 are injured. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines a pedestrian victim as anyone on foot, … [Read more...] about How Many Pedestrians are Killed and Injured Each Year?

Runners – 8 Safety Tips That May Save Your Life

September 1, 2015 By Christopher Hoffmann

Updated: August 10, 2018

Car accidents involving runners can happen in an instant, before either the driver or the runner is aware of impending danger. Runners and pedestrians have suffered serious and even fatal injuries in road accidents. Many of these accidents occur … [Read more...] about Runners – 8 Safety Tips That May Save Your Life